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LT56 WCC

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

155,599 mi
Last recorded155,599 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 WCC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 155,599 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 147,724 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 144,956 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 140,918 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 137,209 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 133,941 miles

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

Offside Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 1 Jul 2015 129,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 123,109 miles

nearside front tyre worn to no visible tread on inside edge

offside front tyre worn low to no visible tread on inside edge

Pass 17 Jul 2013 118,208 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 114,141 miles

offside rear tyre slightly wearing on inside edge

Pass 1 Sep 2011 110,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Sep 2011 110,253 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Dec 2010 109,369 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 100,364 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 49,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 3,826 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?

Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
7,146
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 641
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 514
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 316
Headlamp aim too high 207
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 207
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LT56 WCC is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 89,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Phaeton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 641 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT56 WCC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Phaeton typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LT56 WCC registered?

LT56 WCC is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is LT56 WCC safe to buy?

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